West Lincoln High School is in Lincoln County, North Carolina, outside Lincolnton, North Carolina. West Lincoln is a comprehensive four-year high school recognized as a School of Distinction and accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 731 students in grades 9-12, West Lincoln High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lincoln High serves the west part of Lincolnton, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 129 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone. The furthest point from the school is about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lincoln High School's student population of 731 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Motto
West Is Best
School Rankings
West Lincoln High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lincoln High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#823 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lincoln High School's ranking?
West Lincoln High School is ranked #823 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lincoln High School often compared to?
West Lincoln High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Lincoln High School, Lincolnton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Lincoln High School?
The graduation rate of West Lincoln High School is 85%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Lincoln High School?
731 students attend West Lincoln High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Lincoln High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lincoln High School?
West Lincoln High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lincoln High School offer ?
West Lincoln High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lincoln High School part of?
West Lincoln High School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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